Jenna Laine wrote:
Thanks! The mineral powder is pretty matte but maybe just to be safe I'll get some specifically for photos.  I forgot there is a sephora store not too far from my apt...how would you rate the quality of the sephora brand shadows, eyeliners, blushes? I'm trying to get something they specifically have at the store so I can try it on and make sure it matches my coloring, etc.  Should all the eye shadows I get be matte? Like should I use any shimmer along the brow bone or stick to everything matte? Sorry for all the questions.  Still new to applying makeup for photos.

Jenna,
Sephora brand is pretty basic and has some good stuff for an ok price- if you have questions about their specific brand they should know best ..they sell it everyday.
Another direction to go is maybe looking for local make-up artists who are doing TFP that would like to help you out. I use all types of eyeshadows it is basically just trial and error finding what works and looks best on you. If your doing your makeup yourself I would recommend investing in some eyeshadow palletes that are already color coordinated that way you can mix and match without making mistakes. Buy a good set of brushes too, every girl should have those.

Charissa

Charissa the Artist wrote:

Jenna,
Sephora brand is pretty basic and has some good stuff for an ok price- if you have questions about their specific brand they should know best ..they sell it everyday.
Another direction to go is maybe looking for local make-up artists who are doing TFP that would like to help you out. I use all types of eyeshadows it is basically just trial and error finding what works and looks best on you. If your doing your makeup yourself I would recommend investing in some eyeshadow palletes that are already color coordinated that way you can mix and match without making mistakes. Buy a good set of brushes too, every girl should have those.

Charissa

Speaking of a good set of brushes... any suggestions?

Jodie Lyons wrote:

Speaking of a good set of brushes... any suggestions?

Japonesque are nice, I have many in my set. I have a personal set of Coco Milan which I purchased online years ago and they are still in pristine condition. Others in my set include Paula Dorf, Laura Mercier,Alison Raffaele,Nars,Mac and Smashbox. If your using them as an artist look for quality, material and shape..if your using them for yourself and want an everyday set Sephora has some good basic brush sets that won't break your bank.

Jodie Lyons wrote:
Speaking of a good set of brushes... any suggestions?

these are my favorites that i have in my kit:

Paula Dorf Sheer Crease Brush
Stila #1, 8, 11, 18, 21, 26
Mac #190, 194, 217, 224,
Laura Mercier Eye Colour Brush

I have a lot of Auraline and Make-up Designory Brushes too, they are cheap and they work. I really want to get some Shu Uemera Brushes, but I will have to wait until I can afford them.